Project Manager - Civil

WSP; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex projects in the Civil team. In this role, you will develop project scopes, manage budgets, and coordinate teams to ensure compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have proven project management experience, strong communication skills, and an APM PMQ qualification. This position offers a flexible working culture with opportunities for professional development in the UK infrastructure sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing projects with accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Understanding of NEC contracts or similar, with experience in contract administration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes, manage schedules, and control budgets.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and maintain client relationships.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Contract compliance

Communication

Education

APM PMQ or equivalent qualification

Tools

MS Project

Job description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A little more about your role…

As a Project Manager in the Civil team, you will lead the delivery of moderately complex projects, accountable for scope, schedule, budget, and resource management, while ensuring quality and compliance with WSP’s procedures and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes, manage schedules, control budgets, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, managing expectations, and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, maintaining registers and mitigation plans.
• Oversee procurement activities and contract compliance, working within NEC or similar frameworks.
• Ensure deliverables meet agreed quality standards and that reporting requirements are fulfilled.
• Manage project documentation, tracking milestones, resources, and change control.

Your team…

You will be part of our wider Civil team, made up of over 600 professionals across the UK and sit within our Transport & Infrastructure business unit. Your future development will be actively supported with access to WSP’s full range of training, development tools and resources and be part of transforming UK infrastructure.

You will integrate into our team’s flexible working culture, offering a balance of home and office working, where safety and wellbeing are paramount.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

Qualifications & Experience

• APM PMQ or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience managing projects with accountability for delivery of scope, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Understanding of NEC contracts or similar, with experience in contract administration and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Competency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project) and a proactive approach to process improvement.

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